Support Worker

Corehr; Duston; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annualised hours

Flexible working hours

Free DBS check

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

The Camden Society is seeking a Support Worker in Duston to help adults with learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives. The role offers a permanent contract with flexible hours, including full-time, part-time, and relief shifts.

You will be part of an inclusive team, delivering person-centred support, building skills, and promoting independence in daily living and community activities.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, caring and resilient mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Desire to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities in daily life and activities.
• Help individuals plan and manage their home, leisure, employment and travel.
• Provide personal and emotional support while promoting independence.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Motivated

Job description

Location: Duston, Northampton, Northamptonshire

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, part Time and Relief

Salary: £13.00 per hour

Reference: 092253

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is preferred but not essential

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security?

Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer.

As a valued Support Worker with The Camden Society, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions. The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different.

Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, support with leisure, employment, individual interests and travel. This can be a fun and rewarding but also at times challenging and demanding role.

You maybe be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community.

• The Camden Society is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.


• Ourvision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society.


• Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required, full training will be provided


• Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional


• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems


• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

What are the Benefits?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities


• Flexible working hours for work life balance


• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)


• 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)


• Employee support line to support you and your family


• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career


• Contributory Pension Scheme


• Free Enhanced DBS check


• Refer a friend and earn up to £300


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan


• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work


• Access to Early Pay (T&C's apply, excludes relief workers)

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group. For further information or to learn more about being a support worker in Thera, contact our friendly talent team on 01476 513934 or send an email [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.We are an equal opportunities employer.